Biography

Centricity Music’s chart-topping, TigerBeat-featured singer, songwriter, guitar aficionado and podcaster Coby James writes, produces and performs all of his own music, assembling relatable moments packaged in vibrant sonics. This thoughtful extrovert is drawn to unorthodox modern pop beats with John Mayer, Justin Bieber, Shawn Mendes and other influences apparent in his music. Notching a No. 1 song as a contributing writer on Courtnie Ramirez’s track, “Who We Are,” along with his own Top 5, “Born Ready,” and Top 10 Billboard AC hit, “Brand New,” James has also released the crossover single and Mary Mary tribute “Shackles (Praise You)” featuring Evvie McKinney. His new single “Good News” is out now everywhere! 
 In addition to the singles, James has delivered two acclaimed, self-produced EPs, Mixtape, Side A, which unveiled a set of pop jams, and Mixtape, Side B that shines a spotlight on his acoustic sensibilities rooted in his masterful guitar skills and penchant for storytelling. 
 Engaging crowds at events like the We Love Christian Music Awards, where he was nominated for New Artist / Group of the Year, and Camp Electric while also sharing stages with artists like Steven Curtis Chapman, Brandon Heath, Danny Gokey, We Are Messengers, Building 429, Rhett Walker and more, James further supports The Crossover Cups Mission and co-hosts the CoJo Show podcast with Joseph O'Brien.